The Tampa Bay Buccaneers (3-1) will visit the Seattle Seahawks (3-1) in Week 5. Here’s the latest fantasy football news and advice to help you with your lineups this week and moving forward, specifically regarding WR Chris Godwin.
Is Chris Godwin Playing in Week 5?
Godwin is not on the injury report and is expected to play.
We’ll continue to monitor the Buccaneers’ injury report leading up to kickoff for any changes. You can also visit and bookmark our Fantasy News Tracker for the latest updates.
Should You Start or Sit Chris Godwin in Week 5?
If Chris Godwin was hampered on Sunday (ankle), his season debut, I didn’t see any proof of it. In taking the field for the first time in over 11 months, he earned 10 looks in a tough matchup with the Eagles and had a 72.1% route participation rate.
The target count feels stable (8+ targets in seven of his past eight games), and I expect that to be the case for at least the short term. We don’t know exactly how much time Mike Evans is going to miss, but it’s a soft tissue issue for a veteran: an extended absence is possible, and even if that’s not the case, a return to performance isn’t a lock once he steps back onto the field.
The efficiency figures to improve as Godwin works his way into shape. I was very encouraged by his first action post-surgery and am hopeful that we are looking at a flexible piece as soon as this week with four teams on bye.
Are you looking for start/sit advice for other players in your lineup? Read our Fantasy Football Start ‘Em, Sit ‘Em Cheat Sheet.
Godwin’s Fantasy Points Projection in Week 5
Godwin is projected to score 14.0 fantasy points in PPR formats.
We project Godwin to have 6 receptions for 63 yards and 0.3 touchdowns. Godwin could also add 1 rushing yards.
Check out the free PFSN Fantasy Start-Sit Optimizer for the latest projections and advice for your lineups this week.
Week 5 Weather Impact: Buccaneers at Seahawks
The forecast for kickoff is 65 degrees Fahrenheit with 4 mph winds. These are ideal conditions for fantasy production.
